Executive Director

Executive Director

Pay range: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year based on experience

Location: Needville and Stafford, TX

Schedule: Full time, Onsite

Are you a visionary leader in behavioral health who is passionate about transforming lives? Join our residential treatment program at OPI Houston serving young adult women (ages 18–28) and make a lasting impact on individuals and their families. As an Executive Director, you'll lead a mission-driven team using cutting-edge, relational, experiential, and systemic treatment approaches that promote deep healing and generational change. OPI Houston, you'll gain access to industry-leading training, exceptional mentorship, and long-term career growth while fostering meaningful relationships and creating real joy in the lives of those you serve.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for a residential mental health treatment facility
• Foster a culture rooted in empathy, trust, service, growth, and measurable outcomes
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, client-centered care using a collaborative treatment approach
• Oversee clinical programming, ensuring effective planning, implementation, and ongoing adjustment of treatment services
• Build strong relationships with clients, families, community partners, and referral sources
• Develop and manage facility budgets, ensuring financial health and sustainability
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, licensing standards, and best practices in documentation, reporting, and confidentiality
• Partner with clinical and operational leaders to drive program excellence and continuous improvement
• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent while supporting professional growth and team engagement

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree (Behavioral Sciences preferred)
• Ability to lead teams and facilitate client growth through a collaborative, team-based care approach
• Ability to plan, implement, and adjust treatment programming as needed
• Experience managing budgets and operational performance
• Working knowledge of state laws and regulations related to documentation, reporting, confidentiality, and agency coordination
• Ability to pass a state background check

Preferred

• Advanced degree such as MSW, CSW, CMHC, MFT, or LPC
• Active Texas licensure in a behavioral health discipline
• 5 - 8 years of leadership experience in the mental health or behavioral health field
• At least 2 years of experience in a clinical, outpatient, or residential treatment setting
• Experience utilizing relational, experiential, and systemic treatment modalities

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life's challenges.

OPI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

OPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.